Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DC – KAT1768957

Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DC – 176-8957

Bring the power of modern North American freight railroading to your model railroad with the Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DC Diesel Locomotive (176-8957). Featuring Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) markings, this precision-engineered N Scale (1:160) locomotive recreates the distinctive appearance of General Electric's Evolution Series ES44AC, a powerful six-axle diesel-electric locomotive designed for demanding mainline freight operations.

Equipped with Kato's five-pole motor, dual brass flywheels, directional LED headlights, illuminated number boards, operating ditch lights, and magnetic knuckle couplers, this GEVO locomotive combines realistic exterior detailing with the smooth, dependable performance expected from Kato model trains.

This locomotive is supplied for standard DC operation and features a DCC-ready mechanism designed to accept compatible drop-in decoders for future digital conversion.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City – Modern Freight Railroading

Canadian Pacific Kansas City, commonly known as CPKC, was established in April 2023 following the combination of Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern. The merger created the first single-line railroad network connecting Canada, the United States, and Mexico, establishing a major transportation corridor for modern North American freight traffic.

CPKC serves agricultural regions, manufacturing centers, intermodal terminals, automotive facilities, and international trade gateways. Its freight operations include grain, intermodal containers, automotive shipments, petroleum products, and mixed merchandise trains.

The CPKC #9375 GE ES44AC represents the powerful modern diesel locomotives associated with contemporary North American freight service. Its distinctive CPKC markings make it an excellent choice for N Scale layouts inspired by modern Canadian Pacific Kansas City operations.

GE ES44AC GEVO – 4,400 Horsepower Evolution Series Diesel Power

The GE ES44AC belongs to General Electric's Evolution Series, a family of diesel-electric locomotives developed to meet increasingly stringent emissions requirements while maintaining the horsepower and tractive effort necessary for heavy freight service.

The prototype ES44AC is powered by a GEVO-12 twelve-cylinder diesel engine producing approximately 4,400 horsepower. Introduced during the mid-2000s, the Evolution Series was designed to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Tier 2 locomotive emissions standards while improving fuel efficiency compared with earlier diesel locomotive generations.

The ES44AC features AC traction motors, providing strong adhesion and pulling performance for demanding freight operations. Its distinctive oversized rear radiator section, dual-fan cooling arrangement, and modern wide-cab body make the GEVO one of the most recognizable locomotive designs in contemporary American railroading.

Kato's N Scale reproduction captures the characteristic appearance of this powerful locomotive with detailed bodywork, railroad-specific features, and carefully applied Canadian Pacific Kansas City markings.

Powerful Kato Five-Pole Motor with Dual Brass Flywheels

The Kato N Scale GE ES44AC CPKC #9375 features a precision-engineered five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels, designed to provide smooth acceleration, consistent low-speed performance, and reliable operation.

The dual-flywheel drivetrain helps maintain smooth movement through speed changes, making this locomotive well suited for realistic mainline freight operations, switching movements, and multiple-locomotive consists.

Whether hauling modern intermodal equipment, grain hoppers, tank cars, autoracks, or mixed freight trains, the Kato ES44AC delivers the dependable mechanical performance associated with the manufacturer's N Scale locomotive lineup.

Directional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights

Kato equips this GE ES44AC with detailed lighting features designed to enhance the locomotive's appearance during operation.

• Directional Headlights: Provide illumination according to the locomotive's direction of travel.
• Illuminated Number Boards: Preprinted number boards feature illumination for realistic locomotive identification.
• Illuminated Ditch Lights: Recreate the distinctive front-end lighting arrangement found on modern North American freight locomotives.

These lighting features complement the locomotive's detailed GEVO body and CPKC markings, making it an attractive addition to N Scale freight yards, industrial districts, mainline routes, and nighttime railroad scenes.

DC Operation with Drop-In DCC Compatibility

The Kato 176-8957 ES44AC CPKC #9375 is supplied for standard DC operation and features a DCC-ready mechanism designed for straightforward conversion to Digital Command Control.

Kato identifies several compatible drop-in decoder options, including:

• Train Control Systems TCS K1D4
• Digitrax DN163K1C
• ESU 58741 LokSound 5 Micro DCC Direct Kato USA

These decoder options provide flexibility for model railroaders who wish to upgrade the locomotive to DCC operation. A compatible sound decoder can also support a sound conversion when installed with the necessary additional components.

Please Note: This locomotive is sold as a standard DC model. A DCC decoder and sound system are not factory installed.

Detailed GEVO Body and Magnetic Knuckle Couplers

Kato's ES44AC model captures the distinctive design of General Electric's Evolution Series locomotives, including the modern wide cab, enlarged rear radiator section, six-axle truck arrangement, and railroad-specific exterior details.

The locomotive features Kato magnetic knuckle couplers for realistic coupling with compatible N Scale freight equipment, allowing modelers to assemble contemporary freight trains using modern rolling stock.

Kato N Scale ES44AC CPKC #9375 DC Features

• Highly detailed N Scale (1:160) GE ES44AC Evolution Series diesel locomotive
• Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railroad markings
• Locomotive road number 9375
• Standard DC operation
• DCC-ready mechanism with compatible drop-in decoder installation
• Powerful five-pole Kato motor
• Dual brass flywheels for smooth operation
• Directional LED headlights
• Illuminated, preprinted number boards
• Illuminated ditch lights
• Kato magnetic knuckle couplers
• Detailed GE Evolution Series locomotive body
• Railroad-specific body detailing
• Distinctive oversized GEVO radiator section
• Six-axle C-C locomotive configuration
• Designed for contemporary N Scale freight operations
• No factory-installed DCC decoder or sound

Perfect for Modern CPKC Freight Operations

The Kato CPKC ES44AC #9375 is an excellent addition to model railroads representing modern North American freight operations. Its recognizable GEVO design and Canadian Pacific Kansas City markings make it suitable for layouts inspired by contemporary freight corridors throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

Pair this locomotive with modern intermodal cars, covered hoppers, tank cars, autoracks, and mixed merchandise equipment to recreate realistic freight movements.

For additional locomotive power, combine CPKC #9375 with the Kato N Scale CPKC ES44AC #4805 DC Locomotive to recreate the multiple-unit diesel consists commonly seen on heavy North American freight trains.

Explore More Kato N Scale GEVO Locomotives

Expand your modern diesel locomotive roster with our Kato N Scale GEVO Locomotives Collection, featuring GE ES44AC, ES44DC, and other Evolution Series locomotives representing major North American railroads.

Discover additional locomotives, passenger trains, and rolling stock in our Kato Model Trains Collection, or browse our complete selection of Model Trains and Railroad Equipment at Fusion Scale Hobbies.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Kato USA
• Manufacturer Part Number: 176-8957
• Fusion Scale Hobbies SKU: KAT1768957
• Scale: N Scale (1:160)
• Railroad: Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)
• Road Number: 9375
• Locomotive Model: GE ES44AC
• Locomotive Family: GE Evolution Series (GEVO)
• Prototype Horsepower: 4,400 HP
• Prototype Engine: GEVO-12
• Wheel Arrangement: C-C (Six Axles)
• Control: DC
• DCC: Ready for Compatible Drop-In Decoder
• Factory Sound: No
• Motor: Five-Pole Kato Motor
• Flywheels: Dual Brass Flywheels
• Lighting: Directional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights
• Couplers: Kato Magnetic Knuckle Couplers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kato ES44AC CPKC #9375 DCC equipped?

No. Kato 176-8957 is supplied for standard DC operation. The locomotive is DCC ready and accepts compatible drop-in decoders for conversion to Digital Command Control.

What DCC decoders are compatible with Kato 176-8957?

Kato lists the Train Control Systems K1D4, Digitrax DN163K1C, and ESU 58741 LokSound 5 Micro DCC Direct Kato USA among the compatible decoder options.

Does the Kato CPKC ES44AC #9375 include sound?

No. This version does not include factory-installed sound. Modelers interested in sound-equipped operation can explore compatible DCC sound decoder conversions or a separately available factory-equipped DCC/Sound version.

Does this locomotive have illuminated ditch lights?

Yes. Kato equips this ES44AC with illuminated ditch lights, directional LED headlights, and illuminated preprinted number boards.

What is a GE ES44AC GEVO locomotive?

The GE ES44AC is a six-axle, 4,400-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive from General Electric's Evolution Series. It uses a GEVO-12 diesel engine and AC traction motors for efficient, high-tractive-effort freight operation.

What does CPKC stand for?

CPKC stands for Canadian Pacific Kansas City, the railroad formed in April 2023 through the combination of Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern.

Can Kato CPKC #9375 operate with CPKC #4805?

Yes. Both locomotives represent GE ES44AC units in CPKC markings and can be used together to model modern multiple-unit freight locomotive consists. When operating multiple DC locomotives together, their operating speeds should be compatible.